5 Reasons Why You Should Go For Bamboo Flooring

Have you ever heard of bamboo flooring? Apparently, not a lot of people know of bamboo flooring despite it being around for two decades. Technology has improved the durability and the appearance of bamboo flooring through the years.

The bamboo used in flooring undergo thorough processing to make it suitable for flooring. Manufacturers cut the bamboo grass into thin strips, or they shred it. Afterward, they use heat and glue to form them into boards.

Currently, there are three types of bamboo flooring:

· Horizontal grain or flat grain bamboo;

· Vertical grain bamboo; and

· Strand woven bamboo (strongest and most expensive type)

Regardless of the type of bamboo flooring you choose, here are five reasons why you need to try bamboo flooring at least once.

1. It looks elegant and stylish.

If you love the fresh, sleek look of modern design, you might want to give bamboo flooring a try. It has a distinct, clean appearance that’s almost similar to hardwood, yet it has its own sense of beauty.

2. No fuss.

Bamboo floors are very easy to maintain. It’s perfectly fine to use soft-bristled brooms and a dustpan. Should you need to vacuum, make sure to set it to hard floor setting, otherwise, you might scratch your floor.

For more thorough cleaning, you can use warm water and a hardwood floor cleaner or a mop. Keep in mind that too much water can damage your floors, causing it to warp. Make sure you complete wring your mop before you start. Spilling in inevitable. If you spill liquid on the floor, clean it up immediately with a sponge to absorb and then wipe it with a dry cloth.

3. Termites hate it.

Did you know that termites damage almost 5 billion dollars’ worth of property every year? Keep these pesky little termites away with bamboo flooring. The chemicals used in processing bamboo is bad for termites’ digestion. They’ll die if they try to chew your floors. With bamboo flooring, these termites won’t be able to damage your house and your bank account.

4. Mother earth loves it.

Contrary to popular belief, bamboo is not a tree – it’s a grass. It’s a renewable resource because unlike wood, it only takes three to five years for bamboo to mature. Hardwood trees take usually take up to twenty years or more to reach maturity.

5. It lasts long.

As mentioned above, strand woven bamboo flooring is the densest and most durable out of the others. The bamboo is woven tightly using resin and adhesive, and once it’s done, strand woven bamboos are three times stronger than the two other types. When choosing bamboo flooring, go for the lighter, more natural tone. Darker bamboo floors undergo further processing called carbonization. This makes the floors 30% weaker than the lighter-shade floors.

Bamboo flooring will definitely give your home a fresh new look. However, since most bamboo flooring is made in other countries, certain brands may put formaldehyde and adhesives that can emit toxic VOCs. To ensure your bamboo flooring is of good quality, opt for the companies certified by the Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC).